Full-Time Physical Therapist | Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Care

About the Role

A full-time Physical Therapist is needed for an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Independence, Missouri. This position offers the opportunity to work with a broad patient population and provide care for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions in a professional clinical environment.

The role includes evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, delivering hands-on care, documenting progress through WebPT, and working closely with a clinical team that includes Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants.

This position is open to both new graduates and experienced clinicians. Compensation is based on experience.

Position Details

Location: Independence, MO
Employment Type: Full-Time
Setting: Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic
EMR System: WebPT
Patient Age Range: 11 to 90 years old
Primary Caseload: Orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions

Salary Range

• $65,000–$70,000 per year for new graduates
• $80,000–$90,000 per year for experienced Physical Therapists, based on years of experience

Clinical Environment

• Modern outpatient orthopedic setting
• Patient Volume: 7–15 patients per day
• Clinic Volume: Approximately 160–190 visits per week
• Clinical Team: 2 Physical Therapists and 2 Physical Therapist Assistants
• Collaborative and supportive team structure
• Professional growth and development opportunities available

Preferred Schedule Options

Option 1: Four 10-Hour Days Preferred

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Tuesday off each week

Option 2: Monday–Friday Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
• Wednesday, Friday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and identify functional limitations, movement deficits, pain concerns, and therapy goals
• Develop treatment plans for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, balance training, and mobility work
• Instruct patients on home exercise programs and safe movement strategies
• Review patient outcomes and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Document evaluations, visits, progress notes, and discharge summaries in WebPT
• Coordinate care with PTAs and other clinical team members
• Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and referral sources

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program
• Active Missouri Physical Therapist license or eligibility to obtain Missouri licensure
• New graduates are welcome to apply
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred, but not required
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based outpatient setting

Insurance Plans Accepted

The clinic serves patients covered by:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• UnitedHealthcare
• Medicare
• TRICARE
• Humana
• Aetna

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K plan with Company Match
• 3 weeks PTO
• 8 Paid US Holidays
• CEU Allowance
• Sign-On Bonus Available

Take the next step in your clinical career with an outpatient Physical Therapist role that offers structure, growth, and a strong professional team.